How many syllables in “flicker”?
syllables in "flicker"
Word details
Syllables
2
flic · ker
Letters
7
f · l · i · c · k · e · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “flicker”
The word “flicker” contains 2 syllables, divided as flic · ker. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flicker" have?
"flicker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flicker" into syllables?
"flicker" is divided into syllables as: flic · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "flicker"?
The Scrabble score for "flicker" is 16 points.
Using “flicker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flicker" (flic · ker) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “flicker” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “flicker”
The letters in “flicker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fickler.